Business Details
44 Years
experience
Civil Engineering & Surveying Experts in Boca Raton
Since 1982, Caulfield & Wheeler has been dedicated to delivering exceptional civil engineering, planning, land surveying, and landscape architecture services. Our principals, with over 80 years of combined experience, actively oversee each project to ensure technical excellence while addressing client budgetary and scheduling needs. We have contributed to prestigious developments and governmental projects across Southeast Florida, including high-end residences, municipal centers, and public parks. Our commitment to innovation is supported by advanced technology, including 3D laser scanning and UAS operations, ensuring efficient and cost-effective solutions. We maintain strong relationships with permitting agencies to navigate complex regulatory processes successfully.Our diverse portfolio spans sanitary sewer systems, water distribution networks, stormwater management, and roadway design. The Land Surveying division provides boundary surveys, topographic mapping, and as-built documentation using cutting-edge tools. Our Landscape Architecture team integrates functionality and aesthetics through site plans, irrigation systems, and environmental designs. With FAA Part 107 certified drone operations since 2018, we offer aerial lidar and photogrammetry services for large-scale projects. Recognized as a 2025 Sun Sentinel Top Workplace, we combine technical expertise with a commitment to client satisfaction.
Services
Civil Engineering
Land Surveying
3D Laser Scanning
UAS Operations
Landscape Architecture
GIS Mapping
Construction Inspection
Environmental Permitting
Drone Surveys
Site Planning
Details
- Year established: 1982
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined engineering expertise in Florida's unique environmental conditions
- Our team utilizes advanced 3D laser scanning and drone technology for precision surveying
- We maintain active LEED AP certifications for sustainable design practices
- Our principals provide direct project oversight from concept through construction
- We have completed 1000+ projects across Southeast Florida's most complex regulatory environments
Associations and certifications
- FAA Part 107 Certified
Services
Civil Engineering
Our civil engineering division specializes in Florida-specific infrastructure projects including sanitary sewer systems, water distribution networks, and stormwater management solutions. We provide comprehensive roadway design from local streets to major collector roads, incorporating traffic analysis and pavement engineering. Our team navigates complex permitting processes with local agencies to ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining project timelines and budgets.
Land Surveying
We offer full-spectrum land surveying services including boundary determination, topographic mapping, and construction layout. Our advanced 3D laser scanning technology captures precise spatial data for as-built documentation and design surveys. Our certified survey technicians support infrastructure projects with route location surveys and utility mapping, ensuring accurate data collection for water, sewer, and drainage systems across Southeast Florida.
UAS Operations
Our FAA-certified drone operations provide aerial lidar and photogrammetry services for large-scale projects. We use RTK GPS-equipped drones to create high-resolution orthomosaics and 3D models for construction monitoring and topographic surveys. This technology enables efficient data collection in hard-to-reach areas, supporting infrastructure planning and environmental assessments with accurate spatial analysis.
Landscape Architecture
Our landscape architecture team creates functional and aesthetically integrated designs for residential, commercial, and municipal projects. We develop comprehensive site plans including grading, irrigation, and environmental mitigation strategies. From single-family estates to large-scale subdivisions, our designs incorporate sustainable practices while meeting regulatory requirements through detailed permitting documentation and construction specifications.
Geomatics Surveying
We combine traditional surveying with cutting-edge geomatics technology for precise spatial data collection. Our services include GIS mapping, photogrammetry, and lidar scanning for infrastructure and environmental projects. This integrated approach supports accurate analysis of terrain, utilities, and existing conditions, providing critical data for engineering design and construction planning across diverse project types.
People
John F. Wheeler
President & Director of Engineering
With over 40 years of experience, John leads our engineering division as a licensed Professional Engineer. He oversees technical operations and project execution across Southeast Florida's complex regulatory landscape.
David P. Lindley
Senior Vice President & Director of Surveying
As a Professional Land Surveyor with 30+ years in the field, David directs our surveying operations. He specializes in boundary determination and topographic mapping for infrastructure projects across South Florida.
G. Allan Hendricks
Vice President & Landscape Architect
A registered landscape architect with ASLA certification, Allan leads design initiatives integrating sustainable practices with functional site planning for residential and commercial developments.
Ryan D. Wheeler
Vice President & Director of Engineering
As a LEED AP-certified Professional Engineer, Ryan manages engineering projects with expertise in sustainable infrastructure solutions and regulatory compliance strategies.
Owen D. Riggs
Vice President & Survey Manager
A Professional Surveyor & Mapper with LEED certification, Owen oversees survey operations and implements advanced technologies for precise data collection and mapping solutions.
Questions
What engineering services does Caulfield & Wheeler offer?
We provide civil engineering services including infrastructure design, stormwater management, roadway systems, and utility network planning for public and private sector clients.
Do you offer land surveying services in all Florida counties?
We specialize in Southeast Florida projects covering Broward, Palm Beach, Miami-Dade, and St. Lucie Counties with comprehensive boundary, topographic, and construction surveys.
What makes your drone operations unique?
Our FAA-certified UAS team uses RTK GPS and lidar technology to capture precise spatial data for large-scale infrastructure projects and environmental assessments.
How do you handle complex permitting processes?
Our team maintains strong agency relationships and has extensive experience navigating multi-agency permitting requirements to ensure timely project approvals.
What types of landscape architecture projects do you handle?
We design residential communities, municipal parks, commercial sites, and institutional campuses with integrated irrigation, grading, and environmental mitigation plans.
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ScanTek Gpr
Nov 07, 2020
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We hired Caulfield & Wheeler for Civil Engineering and Surveying. Their knowledgeable staff helped us throughout the entire process and were able to answer all the questions we had. They are my go-to company for all our projects. Highly recommend!
Billie Lee
Jun 14, 2019
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Today I almost got into a car accident because one of their employees wanted to be in-front of me at a Pollo Tropical line. We whipped around a corner saw me and push on his gas so he could be in front of me not caring that I had to slam on my breaks. My words to u are this. I had the right of way. No food is worth your need to be first. That's how people cause accidents and get sued! My car is a week old to me. U could have cause a lot of damage on my life. Think about everyone not just yourself from now on.
Andrew Beckwith
Apr 26, 2019
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Caulfield & Wheeler is the most dependable landscape architecture, civil engineering, surveying and 3D laser scanning company in South Florida. I wouldn't trust my business with anyone else.
